Providing care for a family member is a selfless act, but it can also be tiring. It’s easy to overwork yourself and not take breaks as you try to give your loved one the care they need. Unfortunately, achieving a sustainable work life balance can be difficult,...
Parkinson’s disease primarily impacts seniors and their ability to move, causing difficulty in their day to day life. The role of a caregiver to aid and assist them is critical to helping them live a comfortable life. Caregiving for a senior is challenging on...
The benefits of breathing exercises are well documented. It reduces stress, enhances lung performance, and improves cognitive and physical health. All things that are particularly important for seniors. As we age, there are several factors that can impact our...
Whether we’re paid for it or doing it for a loved one, caregiving is rewarding in so many ways. Even the Cleveland Clinic recommends helping others to lower blood pressure, reduce stress, and live a longer and happier life. We hear a lot about how caregiving is hard,...
Brian’s family knew things were getting serious when he could no longer make it up the stairs to go to bed. They approached him with assisted living facilities but he refused to leave his home. They decided to explore other options, and that’s when they came across...
Caregiver burnout is often overlooked in caregiving. Because of this, a lot of caregivers aren’t even aware that they’re experiencing burnout. Caregiver burnout comes out in many forms. It may be a lack of sleep, increased agitation towards your loved ones, more...